"brittle"の定義と意味

brittle

形容詞

脆い（もろい）, 壊れやすい（こわれやすい）

easily broken, cracked, or shattered due to the lack of flexibility and resilience

Example

With each step, the brittle twigs underfoot snapped loudly in the quiet forest.

As the temperature dropped, the brittle leaves on the trees rustled with every gust of wind.

壊れやすい（こわれやすい）, もろい（もろい）

(of relationships, condition, etc.) easily broken and destroyed, due to being unable to handle challenges or disagreements

Example

Their brittle friendship could n't withstand the slightest disagreement.

彼らの壊れやすい友情は、ほんの少しの意見の相違にも耐えられなかった。

In the face of adversity, their brittle bond crumbled like dry leaves.

逆境に直面して、彼らのもろい絆は乾いた葉のように崩れ去った。

冷たい（つめたい）, 硬直した（こうちょくした）

lacking warmth or emotional flexibility, often indicating a cold or rigid demeanor

Example

Her brittle tone indicated that she was still upset about the argument from earlier.

彼女の冷たいトーンは、彼女が以前の議論についてまだ upset であることを示していた。

The atmosphere in the room grew increasingly brittle as tensions rose between the two rival factions.

部屋の雰囲気は、二つの対立する派閥の間で緊張が高まるにつれて、ますます硬直したものになった。

耳障りな, ひび割れた音の

(of a voice, sound, etc.) unpleasant to the ears, often due to its sharp, harsh quality

Example

The brittle sound of breaking glass echoed through the empty hallway.

耳障りな、ひび割れた音のガラスが割れる音が空っぽの廊下に響いた。

The brittle laughter of the old man echoed in the empty room.

空っぽの部屋に老男の耳障りな、ひび割れた音の笑い声が響いた。

見せかけの強さ, 脆弱な

outwardly happy and confident, yet internally weak, anxious, and easily offended or upset

Example

His brittle demeanor masked a deep-seated fear of failure and rejection.

彼の見せかけの強さは、失敗や拒絶に対する深い恐怖を隠していた。

Underneath his brittle smile lay a reservoir of insecurities and uncertainties.

彼の見せかけの強さのある脆弱な微笑の下には、さまざまな不安と不確実性の貯水池があった。

Brittle

名詞

ブリトル, ナッツキャンディ

a type of hard, crunchy candy that is made by cooking sugar and nuts or seeds together until it hardens

What is "brittle"?

Brittle is a type of candy that is known for its hard and crunchy texture and is typically made by cooking sugar and nuts or seeds together until it hardens and becomes brittle. The most common type of brittle is peanut brittle, which is made by boiling sugar and corn syrup together before adding peanuts. Other types of nuts or seeds can also be used, such as almonds, cashews, or sunflower seeds. Brittle can also be flavored with spices, such as cinnamon or ginger, or with other ingredients, such as chocolate or coconut. It is often broken into small pieces or shards and enjoyed as a sweet and satisfying snack, or used as a topping for ice cream or other desserts. Brittle is widely available in grocery stores and specialty stores around the world, and is a beloved part of many people's diets and culinary cultures. However, it is important to consume brittle in moderation as it is often high in sugar and calories, and can contribute to health issues such as obesity and tooth decay.